Passion Explorer
A diamond ghost town famous for sand-filled houses and German colonial architecture overtaken by desert reclamation. It started a diamond rush in 1908 and was abandoned in 1954. Access requires permits, and guided or self-guided tours are available. Photographers love the early morning light. Infrastructure supports tourists with guides available. Best time to visit is sunrise for photography. Located 10km from Luderitz, it also offers special full moon photography tours.
A diamond ghost town famous for sand-filled houses and German colonial architecture overtaken by desert reclamation. It started a diamond rush in 1908 and was abandoned in 1954. Access requires permits, and guided or self-guided tours are available. Photographers love the early morning light. Infrastructure supports tourists with guides available. Best time to visit is sunrise for photography. Located 10km from Luderitz, it also offers special full moon photography tours.
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